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Weather & Climate in Bren, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bren enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 64/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1373°N, 4.9468°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
542 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 141 km | 14 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 103 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 123 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 53 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 146 km | 2 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 54 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 120 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 52 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 113 km | 11 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 91 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 115 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (170 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 170 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
Bren has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 40°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.1").